RECOGNIZING FAIRFIELD DENTAL CLINIC

On 2026-06-03, Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING FAIRFIELD DENTAL CLINIC" in the Senate.

RECOGNIZING FAIRFIELD DENTAL CLINIC

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 94 (Wednesday, June 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 94 (Wednesday, June 3, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S2521-S2522] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING FAIRFIELD DENTAL CLINIC Ms. ERNST. Mr. President, as chair of the Senate Committee on Small [[Page S2522]] Business and Entrepreneurship, each week I recognize an outstanding Iowa small business that exemplifies the American entrepreneurial spirit. This week, it is my privilege to honor Fairfield Dental Clinic of Jefferson County, IA, as the Senate Small Business of the Week. Established as a trusted provider of dental care in southeast Iowa in the mid-1980s, Fairfield Dental Clinic has built a strong reputation through professionalism, quality care, and a deep commitment to the Fairfield community. Dr. Pat Jones, an Iowa native, is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. In 2015, he became co- owner of the practice after buying half of the business from Dr. Van Tasell. Dr. Matt Holt graduated from Creighton University School of Dentistry and has served the Fairfield community as a dentist since 2013. In 2022, he joined Fairfield Dental Clinic as co-owner after acquiring the other half of the business from Dr. Gleason. Together, Dr. Jones and Dr. Holt have continued to grow the practice while maintaining a patient-centered approach rooted in quality care and community connection. Today, Fairfield Dental Clinic employs seven staff members who work together to serve patients throughout Jefferson County and the surrounding region, seeing approximately 80 patients per day. The practice focuses on cosmetic and preventative dentistry as well as oral surgery. Remaining at the same location throughout its history, the clinic has invested in renovations, updated technology, and focused on building improvements to better serve patients and strengthen the practice for generations to come. Through these efforts, the business has remained a dependable and respected part of the local healthcare community. Beyond their work in dentistry, the leadership and staff of Fairfield Dental Clinic remain deeply involved in community service and civic engagement across Jefferson County. Their involvement includes participation in organizations such as Main Street Iowa, the Jefferson County Foundation, the Rotary Club, and youth sports programs. Additionally, both doctors are members of the American Dental Association, the Iowa Dental Association, and the Southeast Iowa District Dental Society. Their willingness to support local initiatives and community organizations reflects the strong sense of service that defines many Iowa small businesses. Their appreciation for both their team and the Fairfield community reflects the lasting relationships and trust that remain central to small business success in Iowa. I am pleased to recognize Dr. Pat Jones and Dr. Matt Holt, along with the entire team at Fairfield Dental Clinic, for their dedication to Fairfield and Jefferson County. I look forward to their continued success and wish them the very best in the years ahead. ____________________